Spay / Neuter Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At the San Francisco SPCA, we believe that access to veterinary care should never depend on income or zip code. Our Community Medicine team provides high-quality, high-volume spay / neuter surgeries and preventive care to animals across San Francisco - from beloved family pets to free-roaming community cats.

We're looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician who is both technically skilled and deeply compassionate - someone who can expertly manage anesthesia, deliver compassionate patient care, and keep calm and curious in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

This is a role for a confident, detail-oriented technician who takes pride in precision, teamwork, and the impact of their work.

What You'll Do

• Anesthesia and surgical excellence :

Safely induce, intubate, and monitor patients through all stages of anesthesia - often managing multiple cases simultaneously - while recognizing and responding to changes quickly and effectively.

Prepare patients aseptically, assist in surgery, maintain sterile fields, and ensure smooth, safe recoveries.

Place IV catheters, calculate and administer drugs and fluids, and manage patient records accurately.

Check in clients, discuss preventive service options, deliver clear discharge instructions, and offer compassionate client education to empower pet owners in caring for their animals.

Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen communication, and elevate the client and patient experience across our clinics.

Work closely with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and volunteers to foster trust, efficiency, and shared learning - with mentorship and continuing education opportunities to advance through the RVT levels.

Requirements

Who You Are

Why You'll Love Working Here

If you're ready to put your anesthesia and surgical skills to work for something bigger - join us in shaping a more compassionate, connected system of care.

Salary and Benefits

The starting salary for this position depends on the depth and breadth of experience. The expected range is $34.00 - $40.00 per hour. Regular, full-time positions are eligible for a benefits package including :

The SF SPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The San Francisco SPCA is an at-will employer and may conduct pre-employment background checks and drug screening depending on the role.

Salary Description

$34.00 - 40.00 per hour